1967 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 278 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
